Meridian, Nebraska

Meridian is a ghost town in Jefferson County, Nebraska, United States.

History

An early variant name was Big Sandy.[1] A post office called Big Sandy was established in 1865, renamed Meridian in 1870 and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1883.[2] Meridian was named from its location on the sixth principal meridian.[3]

The name is still used for Meridian Public Schools in the same county.

References

40.21667°N 97.36421°W / 40.21667; -97.36421


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